Features

Echoing the Swedish national colours of yellow and blue, the Manstrale Midi Dress by Scandi bird is a cool addition to your wardrobe this season. A low V neck and relaxed empire line will superbly flatter those birds with boobs. Simply add your summer slides or sandals and simple silver jewellery.

Please note the small brown flecks in this beautiful print are the result of the rayon fabric we have used to ensure a luxurious and soft drape. We hope you love this natural and unique look as much as we do.
Love, Sarah and the birdsnest girls x

Sizing guide

Garment Measurements

Our styling birds have hand measured each garment for you in at least one size. Stretch garments are measured unstretched.

Choose a size:

Our busy birds aim to measure at least one size, usually a 12 or M. Generally speaking the difference between sizes is 5cm in width and 1cm in length.

Bust:

95cm

Hip:

163cm

Length - shoulder to hem:

120cm

Sleeve Length - neck to hem:

52cm

95cm

163cm

120cm

52cm

Body measurements

Body measurements are not specific to this garment. Each individual brand provides us with the body measurements that their garments are designed to fit. You can compare your body measurements to these. The hand measured garment measurement provided by our styling birds may be a better indication.

Sizing Guide from Scandi bird

WomensClothing Size

To fit bust (in cms)

To fit waist (in cms)

To fit hips (in cms)

8

85

69

98

10

90

74

103

12

95

79

103

14

100

84

113

16

105

89

118

18

110

94

123

20

115

99

128

22

120

104

133

24

120

109

138

Delivery & returns

Express Delivery - Free On Orders Over $150 Australia Wide

We deliver our orders to you via the Australia Post express post network. If orders are received before 1pm EST on a business day we aim to have the order to you within 2 working days.

Delivery is free on all orders over $150 Australia wide. When your order is less than $150, we will express post your order for a flat rate of $7.95.

We pride ourselves on a no hassle returns policy. If it doesn't fit or suit - please return the item within 365 days for a full refund, credit or exchange. Our pre-paid return option within Australia is $7.95 flat rate, and free the first time you use it. For more details visit Our Returns Guarantee.

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Ratings and reviews

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28 reviews

Average rating

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22 / 28

of reviewers would recommend

Name:

Viera

Colour ordered:

Petals

Size ordered:

10

16 Jan 2019

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Fabulous clothes, beautiful fabric, everything I have purchased fits like a dream & —-Made in OZ what more could a girl want?
You girls have got it sooo right & I love the hand written notes
Well done-You deserve every accolade

Yes, I would recommend this item.

0 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

Angela

Colour ordered:

Poppy

Size ordered:

12

16 Jan 2019

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I now have this dress in both colours. They are so comfortable and a great dress to throw on and look instantly ‘put together’. I have this in 12 and 14 and found little difference in the sizes when they’re on.

Yes, I would recommend this item.

0 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

Charmaine

Colour ordered:

Poppy

Size ordered:

12

Colourful & Comfortable14 Jan 2019

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I love this dress! As advised I ordered a size smaller than I normally would & this dress does run on the larger side. Beautiful soft fabric in a bright & colourful pattern which is so comfortable & cool to wear. It was perfect for a garden wedding & I got lots of compliments on this dress.

Yes, I would recommend this item.

0 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

Lesley

Colour ordered:

Poppy

Size ordered:

14

1 Jan 2019

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This was to be my New Years Eve dress. I loved the bright yellow and blue which were true to photo. BUt the background wasn’t white. The crinkle fabric had hundreds of tiny brown specks all over it and the dress looked grubby. I wore an old favourite Lazybones dress to dinner instead

No, I would not recommend this item.

0 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

Julia

Colour ordered:

Petals

Size ordered:

12

1 Jan 2019

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This was the perfect fit until I washed it! Followed the instructions carefully but it has now shrunk at least one size and no longer flows nicely. I would buy a size bigger next time... a bit disappointed because I loved it! Recommend but bigger size if you would like it to stay loose fitting.

Yes, I would recommend this item.

0 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

Liza

Colour ordered:

Poppy

Size ordered:

12

28 Dec 2018

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Dress fits well and skims over hips and tummy so hides the little bit of extra weight from the Christmas Day over-indulgence.

Yes, I would recommend this item.

0 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

Alison

Colour ordered:

Petals

Size ordered:

16

Fits beautifully 21 Nov 2018

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Lovely soft material-fits well

Yes, I would recommend this item.

0 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

julie

Colour ordered:

Poppy

Size ordered:

12

Sizing?21 Nov 2018

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Why show a model with a 71cm bust in a size 10 which equates to 92 cm bust. i now get the sewing macine out to adjust my size 12 to something
that will in some way fit me. if i hesitate on the buy button.......this is why!!!!

No, I would not recommend this item.

1 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

Christa

Colour ordered:

Petals

Size ordered:

16

I think I need two...21 Nov 2018

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I really love this frock. In fact, I was so desperate I ordered a 16 as the 18s were all gone (had my name down to be notified if a 16 or 18 came back in stock - doubling my chances).

It is so lovely. Just floats over my curves beautifully. I'll be wearing this to a local winery for a girls afternoon tea.

My first choice though is the Poppy dress, I soooooo want one :) I'm keeping watch of my emails for when it's available again... fingers crossed.

Yes, I would recommend this item.

0 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

Angela

Colour ordered:

Petals

Size ordered:

14

Love this dress21 Nov 2018

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This is a great dress. Perfect length and always love a sleeve. Falls beautifully.

Yes, I would recommend this item.

0 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

Maryann

Colour ordered:

Poppy

Size ordered:

12

Gorgeous print20 Nov 2018

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I love this dress but it is a little on the generous side. I'm waiting to see if a size 10 comes back into stock, but I am handy with the sewing machine so I can take it in if I have to. Can't wait to wear it, I think it will be my Christmas Day outfit :)

Yes, I would recommend this item.

0 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

Karen

Colour ordered:

Petals

Size ordered:

14

Cool elegance 20 Nov 2018

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An easy throw on that can be dressed up or down. The fabric is thin but that’s a good thing for hot summer days. Best suited to a medium sized bust.

Yes, I would recommend this item.

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Name:

Diane

Colour ordered:

Petals

Size ordered:

16

15 Nov 2018

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I absolutely love this dress. The sizing is just right and the fabric and colour lovely. I am looking forward to wearing it again tomorrow night as I feel so relaxed in it.

Yes, I would recommend this item.

0 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

Trace

Colour ordered:

Petals

Size ordered:

12

Adore this dress14 Nov 2018

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The fabric is soft & falls beautifully. So easy & comfortable to wear. I wish it came in twenty more designs, because I would buy one in every colour. I hope the Birdsnest girls, will order some more in.

Yes, I would recommend this item.

0 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

Cindy

Colour ordered:

Poppy

Size ordered:

12

Simply Gorgeous9 Nov 2018

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Love this dress. Feels nice on and easy to wear. My usual size 12 was too big so I went down to a size 10 and fits perfectly. Another beautiful piece from birdsnest to add to my collection. Thank you

I waited so long to receive this dress as I had it on Pre-order waiting for it to be restocked. Was so looking forward to receiving this dress,however, when I had received it, the dress had yellow tiny spots over the entire dress so unfortunately I have to return it. Loved the colours and design. I'm so disappointed.

No, I would not recommend this item.

1 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

the birdsnest girls
- 07 Nov 2018

Hi Barbara, we're so sorry to hear that you are un-happy with this dress. The small yellow spots are the result of the rayon fabric we have used to ensure a luxurious and soft drape. We hope you love this natural and unique look as much as we do. Love, the birdsnest girls X

Name:

Nancy

Colour ordered:

Poppy

Size ordered:

14

Perfect Summer6 Nov 2018

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This dress is a perfect pop of summer colour and I am looking forward to wearing it over the coming season. The fabric is quite light so you can wear it even when it's warm out. It's fairly long and hit me at about my ankles (I'm 5.3 or 162cm) and the chest area fit me perfectly (I'm a D).

Yes, I would recommend this item.

1 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Colour ordered:

Poppy

Size ordered:

14

Beautiful colour & fabric.5 Nov 2018

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This range has beautiful colour and fabrics. Feels nice on the skin, cool & fresh. Sizing runs on the larger side.

Yes, I would recommend this item.

0 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

Gillian

Colour ordered:

Petals

Size ordered:

12

5 Nov 2018

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I love the simple design of this dress. it is not a clean white colour but a slightly off white. I first got the size 10 but it was a bit too snug but the 12 is perfect. it has everything I need: 3/4 sleeve, v neck and mid length. The material is soft and it drapes well.

Yes, I would recommend this item.

0 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

sandra

Colour ordered:

Poppy

Size ordered:

12

Lovely but too large 3 Nov 2018

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A lovely dress but I will be returning it for a smaller size

Yes, I would recommend this item.

0 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

Sarah

Colour ordered:

Poppy

Size ordered:

14

Love this dress3 Nov 2018

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I received this dress today and I love it. The fabric is beautifully soft and the Poppy print is vibrant and stunning. There are little beige specks through it which the other reviewers mentioned, but to me it didn’t put me off the dress; it just adds a different look to the print. The sizing is very generous… I’m about a 16 and ordered the 14 as I had a feeling it might run on the larger side, and it the perfect fit, so I would definitely suggest going down a size. A gorgeous dress for Summer.

Yes, I would recommend this item.

1 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

Lesley

Colour ordered:

Poppy

Size ordered:

14

Sunflower2 Nov 2018

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This dress arrived so quickly. This is a lovey dress. The material is soft, the olours are bright and cheerful. It is extremely slimming, great cut. Lots of compliments, I was told I looked like a sunflower in this dress. LOL. Love wearing this dress.

Yes, I would recommend this item.

1 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

wendy

Colour ordered:

Petals

Size ordered:

12

2 Nov 2018

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lovely fabric, true to size, soft easy to wear casual dress. It is see through so I will need a slip

Yes, I would recommend this item.

1 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

Jill

Colour ordered:

Petals

Size ordered:

14

2 Nov 2018

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Bought both colours in this dress. Absolutely love them both. The fabric is floaty and beautiful. I thought maybe they might be oversized but I found them a great fit not too loose. A very comfortable and stylish addition to my summer wardrobe.

Yes, I would recommend this item.

1 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

Name:

Debra

Colour ordered:

Poppy

Size ordered:

12

Love this dress but brown spots all over it1 Nov 2018

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Dress style is lovely but the fabric has brown spots all over it that looks like mould. Will exchange for petal fabric to see if it looks better. Sizing is generous so maybe go down a size.

No, I would not recommend this item.

1 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

the birdsnest girls
- 07 Nov 2018

Hi Debra, the brown spots are actually because of the delicate Rayon fabric that was chosen for this design. The fabric is what creates the beautiful flow and soft drape. We hope you love this natural and unique look as much as we do. Love, the birdsnest girls X

Name:

Kathy

Colour ordered:

Poppy

Size ordered:

12

Too big...and brown flecks throughout material1 Nov 2018

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Gorgeous dress but was on the larger size so have ordered Size 10 in the Petal design. Was disappointed to notice brown spots all over the dress but when I called Customer Service was told that it was the fabric. Would help if it was mentioned in the description and a close up photo of the material. I thought it looked dirty! Let's hope the Petal fabric is better! Still had to pay for return postage which I think is unfair considering no mention was made of this!

No, I would not recommend this item.

2 found this review helpful, 0 did not.

the birdsnest girls
- 07 Nov 2018

Hi Kathy, we are so sorry to hear of your troubles. We have added this feature into the blurb so other customers know. I've let our customer service birds know that you are unhappy about having to pay returns when you were not aware of the nature of the fabric. They are happy to work out a solution for you. Love, the birdsnest girls X